Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Chess
Core Competencies
Timeline
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Rashid Aljabri

Lead Project Engineer

Summary

Dynamic Project Lead Engineer with over 12 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, currently leading mega projects at Petroleum Development Oman (PDO). Proven ability in managing the full lifecycle of high-value capital projects, including engineering, sourcing, construction, commissioning, cost management, and assurance compliance. Adept at driving stakeholder alignment, optimizing project schedules, and enforcing QHSSE standards. Recognized for delivering complex projects such as Tiber 2A and Tiber 2B, while maintaining budgetary control, safety excellence, and operational readiness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Project Lead Engineer – Mega Projects

PDO
09.2019 - Current
  • Currently managing the LEK Water Injection Mini Manifold (WI MM) project, a strategic mega project under PDO, responsible for full-cycle execution including engineering, interface alignment, shutdown tie-ins, and cost optimization.
  • Spearheaded the FEED and EPC tendering phases of a major water injection manifold project, successfully aligning inter-bedding strategies across multiple Service contracts.
  • Leading the end-to-end execution of capital projects exceeding $100M in value
  • Delivered major turnaround projects (e.g., Yibal A, GRE headers in Yibal field) ahead of time.
  • Secured shareholder and DRB approvals, achieving DG3 and DG4 milestones across high-risk, high-capex projects.
  • Championed Operations Readiness & Assurance (ORA) activities, ensuring zero delay in startup readiness.
  • Enforced QHSSE standards, leading site audits, toolbox talks, and HSE integration across all project phases.
  • Oversaw project cost management activities including budgeting, forecasting, financial tracking, and cost recovery initiatives, ensuring alignment with business targets.
  • Acted as cultural ambassador, mentoring junior staff, promoting PDO values, and driving performance improvement initiatives.

Interface Project Engineer

PDO
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Reduced project timelines with proactive planning and close monitoring of progress.
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
  • Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during the project lifecycle.

Construction Engineer

PDO
09.2014 - 08.2017
  • Reduced safety incidents by implementing comprehensive safety trainings and regular site inspections.
  • Maintained accurate documentation throughout all stages of the construction process to facilitate future reference or dispute resolution if needed.
  • Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Developed cost-effective construction solutions to meet project requirements without impacting quality.

Project Engineer

OXY
05.2014 - 09.2014
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.
  • Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.

Electrical Engineer

Thales Defense & Security
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
  • Provided technical support to colleagues on complex issues, assisting them in finding efficient solutions to problems.
  • Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
  • Inspected completed installations to observe operations and verify conformance to design and equipment specifications.

Education

Bachelor - Electrical Power System

University of Technology And Applied Sciences
Muscat
04.2001 -

Skills

    Project management

    Team motivation

    Leadership & Team Building

    Strong Communication & Presentation

    Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

    High Attention to Detail

    Multi-tasking skills

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Time & Priority Management

    Initiative & Self-Motivation

Accomplishments

  • Successfully managed and delivered two mega projects: Tiber 2A and Tiber 2B under PDO, achieving key project milestones within budget and schedule.
  • Executed Yibal A and IA/GRE header replacement scopes ahead of planned shutdowns, resulting in a cost saving of over 15,000 m³/day.
  • Currently managing the LEK Water Injection Mini Manifold (WI MM) mega project, driving execution planning, assurance, and shutdown readiness.
  • Achieved DRB and shareholder approvals across multiple high-CAPEX projects, enabling early execution alignment.
  • Led the justification and implementation of several performance improvement initiatives focused on project delivery acceleration and cost optimization.

Certification

Applying Project Controls

Chess

  • Recognized national chess player and Oman chess champion, representing the country in international competitions.
  • Certified Chess Coach by FIDE (World Chess Federation), actively promoting cognitive development through chess coaching and community engagement.


Core Competencies

  • Mega Project Management (FEED to EPC)
  • Regulatory Compliance & Assurance (ESAR4/VAR4)
  • Operations Readiness & Commissioning (ORA)
  • Interface & Stakeholder Management
  • Shutdown Execution & Tie-in Optimization
  • Risk Identification & Mitigation
  • Contracting Strategy (C4, C5, C6)
  • Budgeting, Cost Management & Reconciliation
  • Project Scheduling & Controls (Primavera, MS Project)
  • HSE Leadership & Life-Saving Rules Implementation
  • Project Governance & Technical Assurance
  • Performance Improvement Planning
  • Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

Timeline

Project Lead Engineer – Mega Projects

PDO
09.2019 - Current

Interface Project Engineer

PDO
08.2017 - 09.2019

Construction Engineer

PDO
09.2014 - 08.2017

Project Engineer

OXY
05.2014 - 09.2014

Electrical Engineer

Thales Defense & Security
05.2013 - 05.2014

Bachelor - Electrical Power System

University of Technology And Applied Sciences
04.2001 -
Rashid AljabriLead Project Engineer